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Maxwell With the Tunes - Singer Maxwell gives a stellar performance while also fangirling for Issa. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images) 

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Floating On Air - Maxwell is the air beneath Regina's wings. (Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) 

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From the Soundtrack - Dionne Farris takes the stage to tribute the Love Jones cast. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images) 

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Friday - Founder of the ABFF Jeff Friday is here to tell us what the show is all about. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images) 

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A Word From Omari - Can we just take a moment to admire the poet Omari Hardwick. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images) 

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Classic Cinema Tribute - Bernadette Speakes, Theodore Witcher, Larenz Tate, Lisa Nicole Carson, Nia Long, Leonard Roberts and Isaiah Washington accept the Classic Cinema Tribute for 'Love Jones'.  (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

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Love On Top - Theodore Witcher gave the ultimate acceptance speech. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images) 

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Common Sense - Common speaks. Drops mic! (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images) 

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Show Highlights - The most awesome moments of the night captured here! (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images) 

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Issa Rising Star - Honoree Issa Rae graciously accepts the Rising Star Award onstage and reminds us how important it is to keep working toward your dreams. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images) 

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A Legacy Unmatched - Denzel Washington is a gift to Hollywood. (Photo by Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images) 

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Introducing... - Presenter Morris Chestnut welcomes honoree Terrence Howard to the stage.  (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images)

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Excellence in the Arts - Terrence Howard praises the other honorees for their timeless work during his honor.  (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images) 

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And the Award Goes To - Who do you think won tonight? (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images) 

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Our Favorite Lady - Nia Long presents the Excellence in the Arts Award to F. Gary Gray. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

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Director of the Decade - F. Gary Gray gives a very touching speech while accepting his award. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

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Our Leading Man - Lee Daniel pays homage to the incomparable Queen Latifah. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

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Recognize a Queen - Queen Latifah is overjoyed to be able to celebrate her greatness amongst her own. 

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Vying For A Moment - Viola Davis congratulates Denzel for his awesome work! (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images) 

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Suprise! - Mama Tyson came to impart her wisdom and recognize Denzel Washington's amazing achievements. Because who better than Cicely Tyson to give advice? (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images) 

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Black Hollywood Icon - Denzel Washington is recognized for his imcomprable work as an actor. Hollywood is thankful for all his theatre and film contributions over the years. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

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Young Hollywood Makes An Appearance - The up and coming Hollywood star, Kylie Bunbury is shining!

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Issa Award - Pharrell presents to his good friend Issa Rae, who is being honored with the Rising Star Award for her unbelievable achievements and success so far in Hollywood. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images) 

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The Lady in Red - Regina Hall's opening monologue sets the tone for the night. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images) 

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She's the Real Inspiration - Allegedly Regina Hall is the reason Terrence Howard's hair is so on-point. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images) 

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The Dutchess vs. The Queen - Regina Hall knew the real Queen Latifah, before she even became a queen. Allegedly! (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images) 

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The "It" Actors - Jay Ellis, Kylie Bunbury, Kofi Siriboe and Alexandra Shipp are ready to start the show. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images) 

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Game-Changer - Insecure actor Jay Ellis might have some gems for us tonight; let's see if he's dropping that Hollywood knowledge. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images) 

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On Point - Don't forget your lines! (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

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